A: NCBTMB is an independent, private, nonprofit organization established to set and maintain high standards of ethical and professional practice in the field of therapeutic massage and bodywork through a recognized credentialing program. NCBTMB certifies massage therapists and bodyworkers on behalf of the profession, and for the benefit of consumers, employers and practitioners.

A: Certification sets high standards for massage and bodywork practitioners to ensure excellence in the field. It protects consumers and employers by certifying that practitioners have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their profession—and that they are committed to upholding NCBTMB’s Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.

Massage Can Alleviate the Pain of Many Conditions

This is important because clinical research has shown that massage therapy has benefits for many medical conditions. It alleviates pain and aids in the healing process. Massage has been found to be especially effective for patients with the following conditions:

Low back pain

Breast cancer

Other Kinds of Cancer

Heart bypass surgery

Anxiety

Stress

Migraines

Carpal Tunnel

Hypertension

Other Conditions

We believe that professionals tasked with such an important role in the well-being of others should be held to a high standard of excellence.

A: To access the NCBTMB’s registry of certified practitioners, use our Find a Certified Massage Therapist tool. When you arrive for your massage, look for the NCBTMB certification credential or ask your practitioner to display it. If you have any questions, please call 800.296.0664.